Last Change:
06/30/2025
Law of Uzbekistan "On the Rights of Persons with Disabilities"
Year: 2021
Type: Domestic law
Rights Category: Health
Description
The Law of Uzbekistan "On the Rights of Persons with Disabilities" defines the legal, social, and economic guarantees for persons with disabilities, ensuring their equal rights and opportunities in all aspects of life. It establishes protections against discrimination, promotes accessibility in infrastructure, transportation, and communication, and ensures access to education, healthcare, and employment. The law also outlines the responsibilities of state bodies in supporting social inclusion and rehabilitation, aligning national policies with international standards to enhance the well-being and participation of persons with disabilities in society.
Selected provisions
The state takes necessary measures to ensure that persons with disabilities have equal access to healthcare services and receive quality medical care that meets their specific needs, on par with other citizens.
The state provides qualified medical assistance to persons with disabilities within the framework of the state-guaranteed program for free medical care. Healthcare for persons with disabilities is provided through the existing medical services at all levels, as well as specialized services designed for persons with disabilities.
Individuals with incurable diseases in a progressive stage or at the terminal stage have the right to palliative medical care services, which address their physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual needs.